Hilary W.

• Ludlow, VT 05149 ( 24.8 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female Age 67
• Member since: 08/2021
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $35 to $75 /hr
• On-line In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Journalism, Composition

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Creative Writing is one of my top subjects! As an English teacher for students with a wide range of competencies and learning profiles, I used creative writing as a tool to motivate students to "think outside the box," and use photographs, paintings, every day objects, random words in a book, and free writes to jumpstart their thinking and create stories and poetry utilizing their higher level and critical thinking skills.

Ever since I was in Honors English in high school back in the seventies (yes, I am a "well seasoned" teacher versus "an old teacher"), I knew that I wanted to dedicate my college years to taking every writing and literature class I could get my hands on. Once my composition was chosen as the "model essay" in my English Comp 101 class at Adelphi University, and was read by students for many years after I graduated, I knew that I meant to be a teacher and share my love for literature, writing, and "coloring outside the lines," inspiring students to be reflective, thoughtful and creative readers, writers, thinkers, and speakers. I have over 15 years experience teaching students in grades 5-12 and my greatest asset is teaching students with very diverse skill sets and cognitive abilities.
My teaching style is based on student-centered, social-emotional learning, where my core values ar ... read more

Vesper A.

• Comstock, NY 12821 ( 9.7 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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I graduated from SUNY@Oneonta with BS in English. I was going in the field of education but i wanted to graduate on time. After graduation, i was working in the field of retail. I still had the desire to teach so i signed up as a substitute teacher 5 years ago. I love teaching and currently in pursuit of obtaining my teaching certification in the field of 7-12 English.During the past five years, I have tutored a family friend's child. Now, he does not need my assistance because he is doing well in his classes.
I am aware of different ways of teaching methods. I like to get to know the student so I can engage his/her mind.I prefer the hands-on method and work from the child's work. I like to exam the child's work to address his/ her need. I found that Spectrum series helpful & websites to help the child's progress.

Elizabeth B.

• Rutland, VT 05701 ( 12.2 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Composition

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How do I summarize teaching in my life? I guess the best way to explain my teaching experience is to tell you a story. As a young girl I wanted to be a teacher. Because of my love of learning I taught all my siblings how to read. I know it is pretty funny but it is a true story. That led to my doing teaching seminars, which led to consulting, which led to training, which led to my working with individuals as a life coach. I have been a CEO, Vice President, Consultant, Senior Broker, Artist, Photographer, Glass Blower, Jewelry Designer and writer, the job titles have changed over the years; the only consistent has been that teaching has always been a part of my working life.
I fundamentally believe anyone can learn. If a student isn’t grasping a concept, it just means I have to change my style of teaching. So what is my teaching style…anything that helps a student achieve hi ... read more

Kimberly C.

• Argyle, NY 12809 ( 16.1 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $46.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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My teaching experience includes a wide variety of situations. I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with children in grades kindergarten, one, two, three and four in a number of educational models, including multi-age groupings, departmentalized models and the traditional classroom. In addition to my work with younger students, I have tutored high school and college students, as well as adult learners in the areas of language and writing.
My approach to teaching relies heavily on the use of modeling. Modeling is a powerful tool in the development of not only writing and language skills, but also in exposing my students to a framework which will allow them to hone their own thought processes and work habits. Incorporating a wide variety of vocabulary-building activities into daily lessons strengthens my students' understanding of the subject area and provides ... read more

Michelle T.

• Oneida, NY 13421 ( 23.3 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $63.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Composition

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Create/Implement lesson plans/student lEP's per state mandates SYETP(Summer Youth Employment Training Program)taught job readiness skills I worked as a Teaching Assistant with Intense Management needs program. Due to the student enrollment we actually had 1 certified teacher with 2 Teaching Assistants and one Teacher Aide. For the last 8 yrs while employed within the education field, I worked in this position.I was considered the teacher for 6-12 of the special needs students with both behavior and learning Disabilities. Writing lesson plans, grading and evaluating my students academics and ensuring they met NYS Education requirements for graduation with 5 of them getting a high school diploma the first year I taught as the teacher.
I find that each person has a different learing style and try to find out what works for them. I also teach them that organization of thoughts and ... read more

Kaitlin K.

• Queensbury, NY 12804 ( 26.1 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $63.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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I very much enjoy teaching both children and young adults. It gives me great satisfaction in helping others achieve a higher level of knowledge and skills. In addition, I feel that tutoring is a two-way street, whereby both the student learns material from the tutor, while at the same time the tutor learns how to better present the material in a way that is conducive for the student's learning. As such I strive to create a teaching environment that is both welcoming, yet challenging. Lastly, when it comes to learning and teaching, I believe in perseverance. Not every student has the ability to comprehend and retain everything all at once. Therefore as a tutor I would strive to instill this quality in my students.
Having received both my undergraduate and graduate degrees from Cornell University and the University of California in the area of physical science (Atmospheric Scie ... read more

Brian S.

• Wilton, NY 12831 ( 33.4 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $59.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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As mentor & teacher I have been a 2 year NYSPHAA student athlete,peer leader,Sr T.I.P.S educator,tutor, and most recently NYS Certified Public & Academic Librarian. Awarded a 5 yr full scholarship to pursue my BS degree in Advertising from NYIT, I’ve rounded my skills w/ a MSLIS degree in Library Info. Sciences from C.W.Post. I maintain my skills in adapting new tech. into the teaching environs, from web 2.0 to distance learning. I keep eclectic interests ranging through the arts and am currently working on improving information literacy for highschool and college students. I have experience tutoring in English, Health, Word Processing,Theology, Advertising,Arts & Earth sciences.
I am cognizant of the many different learning styles of today's youth and endeavor to use each interactive opportunity to the fullest. Compassion and developing an understanding underlie my approach and ... read more

Mary C.

• Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 ( 34.4 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $63.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar, Composition

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I am an educator with a repertoire of abilities that I will continually seek to hone. At the core is my ability to create a safe and nurturing environment for all of my students in which they can grow and learn. Each of my students will be a better person for knowing me and I will be a better person for knowing each of my students. After being a paralegal for nearly 18 years, I obtained a Master’s of Science in Education. I am currently pursuing an additional certification in Special Education. I pride myself on excellent teacher/student rapport.
I utlize diverse assessment techniques in order to achieve maximum learning by the students. I understand the importance of determining a child's intrinsic/extrinsic motivators. I believe that a teacher may indeed be the center toward which the students will gravitate. However, I perceive my role of teacher as one of guidance. ... read more

Robyn C.

• Townshend, VT 05353 ( 37.8 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Composition

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Because I have had to meet the needs of so many different students in so many different environments, I am flexible with teaching methods. A lack of resources overseas drove me to be creative and exercise methods of experiential learning: hands-on and engaged learning. I believe in creating a safe and comfortable learning environment for students, with some room for fun. I acknowledge that every student possesses a different learning style and I strive to compliment that, especially while tutoring. I maintain high expectations and expect considerable progress. My hope is that armed with an education, youth will be incorporated into more decision making around the world.
I graduated with honors from a formal university, where I tutored fellow classmates; however, I gained most of my tutoring and teaching experience overseas, in a universal classroom. I have taught youth and a ... read more

Patrick G.

• Stillwater, NY 12170 ( 37.9 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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Practiced for years as an attorney for NYS. Semi-retired now. I have also been a tutor with the Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA) in Albany, NY. I met with a Korean graduate student at U. Albany and helped him learn English. I am also able to help in foreign language tutoring with German and French.
I was trained well by the Literacy volunteers of America. I believe that my style is to help the student with repetition, while still making learning fun, via conversation and connecting the importance of what is being learned to every day life.

Jennifer G.

• Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 ( 38.1 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Composition

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My area of expertise and greatest joy have always been reading and writing, from childhood on. My dual degree is in magazine journalism and linguistics. These skills have enabled me to work in the New York City publishing industry in a variety of editorial positions. Here in the capital district, my favorite job has been project manager at a language services provider, where I could use my French and even my Norwegian while placing and producing translations. My favorite volunteer job has been working in the classroom at my children’s elementary school, mentoring children as they worked on reading, math and special projects.
I am a people person, first and foremost. I enjoy getting to know families and children, and working together to create a learning environment that helps each student learn at his or her own pace. I like to look at challenges from many different angles, and I s ... read more

Gregory M.

• Stillwater, NY 12170 ( 38.3 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $63.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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After graduating from Baruch College, I worked in the inner-city Catholic School of Brooklyn. I taught 8th Grade English and had great success turning non-writers into eager learners. I was also the Math coordinator for grades 5-8. I have tutored college entrants having difficulty with essay writing. Most recently, I taught 5th Grade in a local charter school. The successful preparation of students to communicate via written skills has been a component of all my teaching experiences.
My style of teaching is predicated on the knowledge that each child is an individual learner. Identification of students needs makes teaching more interesting to both teacher and learner. I also like to have the child discover the importance of an education. Answer the need to know what's in it for me? Motivation!!!! After finding the motivator the rest is easy. Keep the lesson relative and fresh. I pr ... read more

Brandon C.

• Townshend, VT 05353 ( 38.3 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $42.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Composition

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I primarily use the Socratic Method (question and answer) as my teaching style. I believe that asking students the right questions helps them to learn the information. Also, in certain instances I believe it helps the learning process if the subject matter can be related to an area of interest. I believe this can be a key component in a student's understanding of a subject.
I served as a tutor, primarily for English, History, and writing, for three years while attending Southern Vermont College. Following graduation, I worked for three years as a paraprofessional for Leland & Gray Union High School. While working in this capacity there were several one on one situations similar to the relationship that exists between tutors and their students. In addition to the aforementioned subjects I tutored while in college, I also assisted students in other areas such as basic math and genera ... read more

Jaclyn G.

• Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 ( 38.7 mi )
• Creative Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Composition

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Growing up I dealt with dyslexia. I understand that each and every kid has a different learning style and not one style is better then the rest. My goal is to make learning as much fun as possible by pin-pointing the learning style of the student and finding ways to make learning more interesting. My most important goal is to teach children that everyone has the skills to excel and that learning can be fun. More importantly, I want children to understand that though their learning style may be different from his/her classmates it does not make them any less smart.
Last May I graduated from Skidmore College with a degree in history. My passion for history has been driven by my voracious appetite for knowledge. Writing, reading, and critical thinking are of the utmost importance to me. Education is not only a means of acquiring future jobs but of a creating a nation of critical think ... read more